Open-earbuds are the best workout earbuds. In my mind, this is a fact. But how do you know which ones to buy? For me, the Panasonic RB-F10 are an easy recommendation. They’re lightweight and comfortable for workouts and all-day wear, and have a well-balanced, bright sound that will please most listeners. The call quality is great too, and the 25 hours of battery life lasted me for days on end.
But they’re not without their flaws. The bass performance lacks punch, and elements like drums and cymbals in the midrange are sometimes lost in the background, but this is to be expected when listening with open earbuds. Unfortunately, there’s no companion app for EQ customization to fix these qualms. The buds only have an IPX4 durability rating, which means they have no dust protection.
